A teen was hit and killed by a car Tuesday during cross-country practice, according to a release from the Iowa State Patrol.

The crash was reported at 7:16 a.m. near Highway 2 and Avenue A in Shenandoah.

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The 14-year-old girl was crossing Highway 2 when she was struck by an eastbound 2002 Mercury Sable driven by Brent McKinnon, 27, of Clarinda, the release said. He was not cited.

The student was identified as Kinsee Rooker. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

"She was amazing," said Laura Rooker, Kinsee's mother. "She was very sweet, very kind, definitely cared about others way more than herself."

Laura Rooker said Kinsee had been a part of the high school cross country team for about a week and they have been having a daily practice.

Family members said Kinsee loved her family, friends, and sports. She played volleyball, basketball and ran track. Kinsee was looking forward to entering high school and getting her braces off in a few months.

She leaves behind two sisters.

Shenandoah Community School District Dr. Kerri Nelson issued the following statement:

"This morning during X-Cross Morning Run there was tragic accident involved one our students. She was hit by a car and very sadly, she did not survive. As a District we are heart broken and want to express our sincere empathy toward the family. Our hearts and prayers are with them. We have arranged for guidance counselors and the GHAEA Crisis team to be available to support students who need assistance. Many of the students met this morning and early afternoon, however staff remain available to provide assistance. They are available at the high school upon request.

"The accident is being fully investigated by local and state law enforcement."